Religious Diversity in America

The video explores the history and evolution of religious diversity in the United States, highlighting key moments and figures in interfaith cooperation. It discusses the role of religious diversity from colonial times to the present, emphasizing the importance of interfaith dialogue and cooperation in social movements like the Civil Rights Movement. The video also examines the impact of immigration and legislation on religious diversity, showcasing how the US has become a model for interfaith cooperation despite challenges.

What is a key reason the United States is uniquely positioned to demonstrate interfaith cooperation?

• Its geographical location

• Its political system

• Its historical religious diversity

• Its economic power

Who founded Rhode Island as a refuge for religious minorities?

• Martin Luther King Jr.

• Roger Williams

• Thomas Jefferson

• George Washington

What was the significance of the Touro Synagogue in Newport, Rhode Island?

• It was the first church in America

• It was the largest synagogue in Europe

• It was the first mosque in America

• It was the first synagogue in North America

What did George Washington assure the Jewish community in Newport?

• They would have to leave the country

• They would face persecution

• They would have to convert to Christianity

• They would practice their religion freely

Which religious group was a significant part of the early immigrant population in the United States?

• Hindus

• Buddhists

• Catholics

• Sikhs

What was the purpose of the World's Parliament of Religions in 1893?

• To promote interreligious dialogue

• To convert people to Christianity

• To establish a new world religion

• To discuss economic policies

What was a major outcome of the Immigration and Nationality Act of 1965?

• Decreased religious diversity

• Establishment of a national religion

• Decreased immigration from Europe

• Increased religious diversity

Which movement in the 1960s exemplified interfaith cooperation?

• The Women's Suffrage Movement

• The American Revolution

• The Industrial Revolution

• The Civil Rights Movement

Who influenced Martin Luther King Jr. to oppose the Vietnam War?

• Dorothy Day

• Thich Nhat Hanh

• George Washington

• Roger Williams

What is a current trend contributing to religious diversity in the United States?

• Decreasing urbanization

• Advancements in technology

• Decreasing immigration

• Establishment of a national religion